Early Art

Activity

Make sure Baby is somewhere they can make a mess. Give them crayons or finger paint. Tape paper down and let your little artist design a masterpiece. Talk to Baby while they work: “Wow! You used lots of yellow. It looks like sunshine!”

Helps Baby develop fine motor skills while being creative.

Related Milestones

Sorts shapes and colors

18–24 Months

Takes toys apart and puts them back together

18–24 Months

Uses crayons, pens, or markers to make marks on paper

18–24 Months

Related Abilities

Usually plays with toys without mouthing them (18-24 months)

Enjoys playing with a variety of toys and textures (18-24 months)

Participates in crafts / activities that involve wet textures, such as glue (18-24 months)

Popular Resources

Areas of Development

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